Analyzing Groups

  1. Structure
    1. Norms - sanctioned rule governing behavior
      1. Formal vs Informal
      2. Decision Rules
    2. Roles - More-or-less consistent set of norms attached to a position in a group
      1. Intrarole conflict
      2. Interrole conflict
    3. Status Differentiation
      1. Horizontal & Vertical differentiation
      2. Equality vs. Hierarchy
    4. Communication Patterns
      1. Centralization
      2. Symmetry
    5. Size
      1. Dyad
      2. Triad
      3. Small Group
      4. Large Group
  2. Goals
    1. Task
    2. Friendship
    3. Conflict
  3. Interpersonal Attraction
    1. Attraction relations
    2. Balanced vs Unbalanced
    3. Symmetrical vs Asymmetrical
    4. Inclusivity
    5. Cohesiveness
      1. Objective - sum of all factors tending to keep individuals in group
      2. Subjective - "we" feeling
  4. Temporal Change
    1. Lifespan
      1. Time limited
      2. Indefinite
      3. Permanent
    2. Development
      1. Forming
      2. Storming
      3. Norming
      4. Performing
      5. Adjourning
    3. Cyclical Processes
      1. Task vs Socioemotional